Kevin Hart (Jumanji Welcome to the Jungle, Night School, Ride Along) and Bryan Cranston (Trumbo, Why Him?, Breaking Bad, Wakefield) tell the inspirational true story of a genuine and unique friendship in moving comedy, THE UPSIDE, debuting on Digital on May 6 and on DVD on May 20 from STX international, a division of STX Entertainment, and Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.
The new film is from acclaimed director Neil Burger (Divergent, Limitless), the film follows a discouraged out-of-work ex-con (Hart) and a wealthy quadriplegic (Cranston) who unexpectedly come together; helping each other bring back their zest for life. Funny and warm-hearted, THE UPSIDE features a stellar supporting cast including Nicole Kidman (Aquaman, Big Little Lies), Golshifteh Farahani (Paterson, Boutique), Julianna Margulies (The Good Wife, ER), Aja Naomi King (The Birth of a Nation, How to Get Away with Murder), and Tate Donovan (Argo, Damages).
Synopsis and Special Features
Recently paroled ex-convict, Dell Scott (Hart) strikes up an unusual and unlikely friendship with a quadriplegic billionaire, Phillip Lacasse (Cranston) in this hilarious and heartfelt comedy. From worlds apart, Dell and Phillip form an unlikely bond, bridging their differences and gaining invaluable wisdom in the process, giving each man a renewed sense of passion for all of life’s possibilities.
THE UPSIDE on DVD includes special features such as interviews with Director Neil Burger, Kevin Hart & Bryan Cranston and a Blooper Reel.
DVD Bonus Features:
Interviews with Director Neil Burger (The Illusionist, Limitless, Divergent), Kevin Hart & Bryan Cranston and Blooper Reel
THE UPSIDE has a run time of approximately 2 hours and is rated 12, it’s out on Digital on May 6 and on DVD on May 20.
Karen Woodham is the founder and owner of the Blazing Minds. She is also a Cinema reviewer and works with RealD 3D reviewing the latest 3D releases and IMAX, she has also had several articles published in various publications including the first edition of SFW Magazine. In 2015 she became an Award Winning Blogger and also has her website listed as one of the UK’s Top 10 Film Blogs.
